Media Bites July 2023

JULY 2023 – CHILDREN’S & YA

World’s Worst Monsters

The Lucky Shack

DAVID WALLIAMS

APSARA BALDOVINO AND JENNIFER FALKNER

The beloved World’s Worst series has captivated millions of readers. You’ve met the world’s worst children, the world’s worst parents, the world’s worst teachers and the world’s worst pets – but are you ready for the world’s worst monsters? If you don’t like ghosts, ogres, zombies, vampires, aliens, werewolves or mummies, DO NOT READ THIS BOOK. Laugh along to these ten terrifying tales of marvellous monsters, brought to you by David Walliams, and illustrated in glorious technicolour by Adam Stower.

I am a lucky shack. I spend my days watching boats bob gently under puffy clouds, on a sparkling sea Surrounded by natural beauty, a seaside shack is lovingly cared for by a fisherman, until one day everything changes. The Lucky Shack is a heartfelt and uplifting journey through the seasons, the cycle of life, and the beauty and power of nature. If you are brave enough to let the light in, love and gratitude will triumph.

Released: 05/07/22 NSH| 32pp AU $24.99 NZ $26.99 Imprint: HarperCollins

Released: 26/7/23 NSP | 288 pp AU $24.99 NZ $26.99 Imprint: HarperCollins

One Little Duck KATRINA GERMEIN AND DANNY SNELL One little duck went out one day, over the hills and far away. Mother Duck said ... ‘Moo Moo Moo Moo,’ and Cow said, ‘Wait! Now I’m coming too.’

Oh no, Mother Duck has forgotten how to quack! Every day, she tries a new barnyard call, and every night Little Duck returns with a new farm friend.

A fun twist on the song ‘Five Little Ducks’, this delightful story from the award-winning duo Katrina Germein and Danny Snell is destined to become a new classic.

Released: 05/07/2023 NSH| 32pp AU $22.99 NZ $24.99 Imprint: HarperCollins

CHILDREN’S